There has been a lot of debate over how many Syrian refugees America should take in, and some governors are even trying to make their states off limits. A policy expert disagrees with this approach, and says accepting refugees could improve national security. We also hear the story behind UW Green Bay’s production of “It’s a Wonderful Life,” and hear about possible changes to the way state employees are insured.
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Self-Insurance For State Employees Could Save Wisconsin $42 Million Annually, Says Consultant Report
According to a consultant’s report out this week, Wisconsin could save $42 million by moving away from the current model of health insurance for state workers…and moving to a self-insurance system. A reporter breaks down the numbers, and what a self-insurance plan in Wisconsin might look like.
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A New Version Of 'It's A Wonderful Life'
We hear from the director of a live radioplay version of the holiday movie classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life” being produced at UW-Green Bay.
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Why Accepting Syrian Refugees May Make Us More Safe
Politicians and citizens in the U.S. and abroad are debating whether the risk of terrorists infiltrating nations alongside refugees is too big a risk. But an analyst says that actually, it is safer to accept Syrians escaping violence themselves.
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- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Chris Malina Producer
- KP Whaley Producer
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- David Wahlberg Guest
- Laura Riddle Guest
- David Mednicoff Guest
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